In photography, having a vision and a concrete plan is always helpful. But getting too attached to your initial ideas can prevent you from seeing good subjects in front of you, especially when they are entirely different from what you had in mind. Of course, having a plan when you...
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Photographing Wildlife at Etosha National Park (Part 2)
This is the second half of my two-part article on photographing Etosha National Park in Namibia. This second part concerns gear and photography. (If you missed the first chapter, it concerns the park, the best period to visit, and why Etosha is a deserving place for photography.)
The Nikon Z 24-120 f4 S: A Multitalented Lens
In this article, I will share my experience using the multitalented Nikon Z 24-120mm f/4 S lens. As with my previous article on the Nikon 100-400mm, I won’t discuss performance in numerical terms or specifications. You can find that helpful information in the original Photography Life review.
Photographing Wildlife at Etosha National Park (Part 1)
This article shares my experience photographing Namibia’s Etosha National Park. It is a practical guide focusing on the park itself and how to take wildlife photos in locations like this, particularly in a self-guided manner.
The Nikon Z 100-400 f/4.5-5.6 S – My Most Essential Lens
This article shares my experience using the versatile Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 S lens. I won’t discuss performance in numerical terms, or detail its dimensions and physical characteristics. You can find that helpful information in the original Photography Life review. Instead, I’ll focus on…
Animalscape Photography: It’s Not Just About the Wildlife
One surprising aspect of wildlife photography has always interested me, just as much as capturing the animal itself: telling the story of the natural environment in which the animal lives. I would call it the “Animalscape,” and I see it as a powerful tool in the visual toolbox.
Tips for Making a Photo Series: The Broader View of Photography
The main motivation for my photography has been to describe and share my experiences. I believe this sentiment is common among photographers. Yet sometimes, it leads to obsession over capturing the one “great image” of a scene – when the best way to tell a story can be through a series of images instead.
Essential Camera Settings for Beginner Wildlife Photographers
As with everything in photography, how to set your camera as a wildlife photographer can be subjective. But very few things are more important - camera settings and can affect wildlife photos in a uniquely powerful way. This article aims to clarify the most common settings a beginner wildlife photographer...
Wildlife Photography at Eye Level
When taking a photo, factors like composition, light, color, and subject all play a critical role. In almost all of these areas, one thing you can do to improve your photos is to pay attention to your camera height – and especially, in wildlife photography, to take pictures at the subject’s eye level.
Close-up Photography with the Nikon Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S
In this article, I will share my experience using the Nikon Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S lens in the field. I have attempted close-up photography multiple times, but I always found the complexity of this technical genre overwhelming. However, with the emergence of mirrorless technology and this amazing lens,...